Preclinical and Clinical Course in Endodontics

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Individual work	-	Test
Students should self-study the theoretical part of the study course by learning the mandatory literature, study materials, presentations and video lectures specified for each topic. Acquisition of the specified materials is a mandatory part of the study course and is necessary for successful acquisition of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. As part of the study course, it is mandatory for students to perform regular practical work in the pre-clinical learning environment. Practical training involves systematically learning the endodontic approach of different dental groups, practically developing approach inhibitions for front teeth, canines, premolars and molars, as well as learning basic principles for locating, preparing and filling root canals. The practical tasks are performed using learning patterns and phantom heads, thus developing manual skills, spatial thinking, instrument usage skills and understanding of the anatomy and morphology of the root channel system. Pre-clinical training forms the basis for future clinical work with patients.

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Examination	-	10 points
At the end of part 1 of the study course, the student shall take a written theoretical accounting and practical accounting. The assessment consists of the written theoretical report (50%), the practical report (35%) and the accumulated assessment during the semester (15%). Part 2 of the study course assesses clinical competences throughout the semester. Meeting clinical requirements is a mandatory prerequisite for admission to a written examination. At the end of the second semester, the student shall take a written face-to-face examination, the assessment of which shall be the final assessment of part 2 of the study course.
2. Examination	-	10 points
Course Part 1 (Preclinical Training) Student performance is assessed continuously throughout the semester through evaluation of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and professional development. The final grade for Part 1 is calculated as follows: Written theoretical assessment – 50%; Practical assessment – 35%; Continuous assessment throughout the semester – 15%. Continuous assessment includes preparedness for practical sessions, demonstration of theoretical knowledge during classes, quality of practical work, progress in skill acquisition, and the ability to justify the selection of instruments, materials, and treatment procedures. Assessment includes evaluation of student-created access cavities according to accepted principles and quality criteria, root canal localization, instrument selection, root canal preparation and obturation techniques, and individual stages of endodontic treatment. Practical assessment evaluates bur selection, access cavity design, instrument selection, preparation technique and quality, tooth preparation for obturation, selection of obturation instruments and materials, and obturation quality. Theoretical knowledge is assessed through written examinations and topic-based assessments. Students must obtain a passing grade in both the theoretical and practical components to successfully complete Part 1 of the course. Course Part 2 (Clinical Training) Clinical competencies are assessed continuously throughout the semester and include diagnostic skills, treatment planning, application of theoretical knowledge in clinical practice, quality of clinical procedures, professional conduct, documentation, and compliance with patient safety and infection control requirements. Assessment includes diagnosis and treatment planning, isolation techniques, access cavity preparation, working length determination, root canal preparation, irrigation and intracanal medication protocols, obturation procedures, radiographic assessment, and overall quality of endodontic treatment. Prior to performing clinical procedures, the instructor may verify the student's theoretical preparedness through oral or written questioning. If a student is unable to justify the planned procedure, treatment sequence, selection of instruments or materials, or management of potential complications, an additional theoretical assessment may be required before continuing clinical treatment. Successful completion of all clinical requirements is mandatory for admission to the final examination. At the end of Part 2, students are required to sit a written final examination. The examination grade constitutes the final grade for Part 2 of the course.

Introduction in Endodontic course.The anatomy and morphology of the teeth and associated pulp space of incisors. Access preparation. Guidelines for root canal location.

Endodontic Instruments. Isolation. Root canal preparation using hand techniques.

The anatomy and morphology of the teeth and associated pulp space of premolars. Root canal irrigation and medication.

The anatomy and morphology of the teeth and associated pulp space of premolars. Root canal preparation using rotary NiTi instruments.

The anatomy and morphology of the teeth and associated pulp space of molars.

Root canal obturation

Procedural accidents in endodontic treatment.

Biomaterials

Pulp pathology

Periapical pathology. Microbiology

Theoretical test

Practical test

Endodontic and periodontal interrelationship

Management of Dental Trauma in Adult Teeth

Basic principles for root canal nonsurgical retreatment.

Basic principles for surgical treatment of root canals.

Cracked Teeth and root fractures

Resorbtions

Vital pulp therapy in adult patients

Access preparation - MX incisors

Access preparation - Md incisors

Access preparation - MX premolars

Access preparation - Md premolars

Access preparation - Mx molars

Access preparation - Md molars

Introduction. Case Selection and Treatment Planning.

Classification of endodontic disease.

Diagnosis of endodontic disease.

Test. Practice.

Treatment of endodontic emergencies.

Treatment of endodontic emergencies.

Procedural accidents in endodontic treatment.

Test. Practice.

Biomaterial uses in endodontic treatment.

Prognosis of endodontically treated tooth.

Test. Practice.

Summury seminar. Student presentations ( Clinical cases ).

Summary seminar. Students presentations (Endodontic cases). Q&A